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Lazy Latke-Reuben Casserole

Warm corned beef, sauerkraut and melted swiss cheese nestled between two layers of potato pancakes.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time3 hours
Total Time3 hours 15 minutes
Course: Brunch, dairy free option, Dessert, lunch
Cuisine: fusion
Keyword: Hanukkah dish, Latke casserole
Servings: 8
Calories: 305kcal
Author: The Lazy slow cooker

Equipment

  • 3.5 quart casserole slow cooker or 6 qt or larger oval slow cooker.
  • aluminum foil or parchment paper

Ingredients

  • 24 cooked latkes You will need enough to provide two layers in your slow cooker. Mine takes about 24, but this could vary based on both the size of your latkes and the size and shape of your slow cooker.
  • 1 lb sliced corned beef
  • 1 lb sauerkraut, drained of excess liquid
  • ¼ lb sliced Swiss cheese
  • 1 cup Russian dressing homemade or store bought both work

Instructions

  • Line slow cooker with foil or parchment paper. If using foil, spray lightly with non-stick coating of your choice. This step is important if you want to remove your casserole from your slow cooker prior to serving. If you plan to serve directly from your slow cooker, skip this step.
  • Cover bottom of slow cooker vessel with one layer of latkes
  • Fully cover latke layer with a thick layer of corned beef
  • Spoon a layer of sauerkraut on top of corned beef
  • Lay a thick layer of Swiss cheese fully covering sauerkraut
  • Fully cover with a layer of latkes
  • Cook on high 3 hours or until all layers are heated through and cheese has fully melted. Switch to warm until and during serving.
  • Serve with Russian dressing for dipping.
  • Optional step: if you would like a crispy top latke layer, you can place your slow cooker vessel under a broiler for a minute or two prior to serving. Watch careful as it can burn very quickly. Be careful moving the vessel, it will be VERY hot!

Notes

  1.  If you are not a fan of sauerkraut, feel free to leave it off. It will be delicious without it too! 
  2. To make a Kosher/dairy free version of this recipe, skip the cheese layer.  
** calorie count includes Russian dressing

Nutrition

Calories: 305kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 52mg | Sodium: 1406mg | Potassium: 321mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 194IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 153mg | Iron: 2mg